The Sindbad Frequent Flyer Programme (FFP) from Oman Air is set to be expanded with a new agreement signed with Sixt rent a car expanding their partnership database. Sixt car hire is based in Munich and offers worldwide service mobility.

Memebrs of the Sindbad FFP can now choose from over 4,000 rental locations operated by Sixt in over 100 countries. The German company provides the world’s largest rental fleet of Mercedes Benz and BMW vehicles along with a range of top model brands, jeeps, trucks and sports cars all at competitive prices

FFP members will earn 500 Sindbad miles on each eligible car hire and 1,000 Sindbad miles for Sixt’s limousine transfer service. Membership in the FFP program will also be reflected in the car hire options with Sindbad Gold members being provided with free upgrades, when available, to the next highest category.

To celebrate the new partnership, Sixt will be offering double Sindbad miles for all members who rent a car at any of Sixt’s worldwide locations. The special offer will run until the end of 2009.

For Oman Air, the decision is a continuation of their recent expansion of flights to Munich, Frankfurt and Paris in addition to new routes to the Maldives and Colombo. The group has said that it aims to build its global partner base by joining with others who offer first class service worldwide.

Sixt is famed for its global mobility and consistently delivers to customer demands for such flexibility, with the new partnership bringing a new range of services.